Dance Bridge

 

THE DANCE BRIDGE UPDATES & INFORMATION

Dance Bridge Activities and Deadlines for Summer/Fall 2008:

JULY 1 - SEPTEMBER 5, 2008 

APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FOR ANNUAL “DANCE IS FOR EVERY BODY!” SHOWCASE
Open to all dance artists, teachers, companies, individuals, studios and schools.  Looking for 5 – 15 minute presentations, lecture demonstrations, audience participation activities or mini-classes, work-in-progress, finished dances and short original dance films.   Possible opportunity for more than one time slot available on the same day or each day (but not back to back).  For more specific information and an application click here.  

Showcase Dates & Venue:
Saturday, November 8, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, November 9, 1 – 5 p.m.
Canyon Theater, Boulder Public Library, 1000 Canyon Blvd., Boulder
Application Deadline
Friday, September 5 at 3 p.m. to the Dance Bridge Office, P.O. Drawer H, Boulder, CO 80306, drop-off at the library or email haanm@boulder.lib.co.us .
FREE!  No application fee.  Continuous presentations.  Resource table also available for your class, performance and event information.
Sponsored by the Dance Bridge and the Boulder Public Library.


NOVEMBER 8 & 9, 2008

ANNUAL “DANCE IS FOR EVERY BODY!” SHOWCASE
Boulder Public Library Canyon Theater, 1000 Canyon Blvd., Boulder. 
An all day continuous dance showcase, free to the public that is part entertainment, part education and all fun!  This annual showcase is a wonderful outreach opportunity for dance artists, teachers, companies, individuals, studios and schools to reach new audiences in  5 – 15 minute presentations, lecture demonstrations, audience participation activities, showing of work-in-progress, finished dances and short original dance films.  Audiences are encouraged to come for a little or stay the afternoon.  Informal atmosphere, family and artist friendly with a resource table containing information on classes and upcoming seasons also available.  Check here for schedule and more details by mid-October or contact the Dance Bridge directly.

 

 


2008 Summer Workshops & Festivals Around Boulder 
Check for registration deadlines or contact specific group for more details.  Many local teachers, studios, schools and companies also have special sessions plus their ongoing classes.  For a list of studios, schools and theater spaces, click here.

  • FOLK DANCING for EVERYONE! Tuesday Evenings ongoing through Sept. 9, 7-10 p.m. Outside on the Boulder Farmers' Market Plaza on 13th St. between Arapahoe & Canyon,(next to the Dushanbe Tea House), Boulder. Fun folkdances from around the world are taught & danced each Tuesday evening outside under the stars. There is beginning level teaching with Tom Masterson from 7:00 to 8:00; no partner or experience needed.  Dancing continues till 10:00. Cost is FREE! (donations appreciated!) A wonderful way to learn great dances, experience our ethnic and cultural roots, meet lots of new friends, and get into shape, all at the same time!  Sponsored by Danceophile Studio & Postoley Dance Ensemble. Everyone is welcome to join us any evening. More information: 303 499-6363. Web: www.postoley.org .

  • 10th ANNIVERSARY AERIAL DANCE FESTIVAL 2008, August 3 - 16, Boulder, CO.  Classes held at Dairy Center for the Arts, 2590 Walnut St., Boulder Circus Center, 4747 N. 26th St. and on the CU/Boulder Campus.  Bungie, stilts, fabric, hoop, low-flying trapeze, physical theatre, contact improvisation, aerial yoga, fixed trapeze, hammock, aerial improvisation, Skinner Releasing Technique, repertory and other special classes.  Showcase Performances: Aug. 8, 9, 10, special 10th anniversary performance on Aug.15, student class performance on Aug. 16.  Info on classes and more: www.frequentflyers.org or 303-245-8277.

  • BOULDER INTERNATIONAL FRINGE FESTIVAL, August 14 - 25, various locations around Boulder.  Twelve days of Art, Madness and Beauty!  Workshops and performances by regional, national and international artists.  Check www.boulderfringe.org  for tickets, dates and schedules, and more details on each show.   Information on special events and workshops is also on their site.

    2008 Dance & Dance/Theater Artists include:
    Nicoll + Oreck Dance Theater, Brooklyn, NY. "They Might Be Napping"
    Jessica Nicoll, Barry Oreck, Laura Livingston and Michael Durkin.  www.nicollandoreck.com. 
    G - General Audiences: All Ages Admitted.

    Dixie Fun Dance Theatre, New York, NY. "The Thinnest Woman Wins"
    CAST: Dixie FunLee Shulman, creater/performer. www.dixiefundance.com.
    PG-13 - Parents strongly cautioned: Some material may not be suitable for children under 13.

    Mary Wohl Haan / HAAN Dances, Boulder, CO. "Blessed and Broken"
    Choreographed by Mary Wohl Haan. CAST: Jennifer Fagan Archer, Hallie Bauernschmidt, Jennifer Delaney, Jessica England, Tonya Goodwin, Mary Wohl Haan, Lyra Mayfield, Leslie Merrill, Kristine Whittle and Jeremy Williams. www.haandances.com.
    PG-13 Rating, brief partial nudity.

    The Schiff Dance Collective, Boulder, CO.  "Move Me "
    Choreographed by Jenny Schiff, Katie Anhalt. CAST: Katie Anhalt, Alexi Bautista, Jenn Dunton, Carla Menchinella, Nicole O'Farrell, Kevin O'Keefe, Jenny Schiff. www.myspace.com/schiffdance. G - General Audiences: All Ages Admitted.
    Member: enter Coupon Code: DANCE to get tickets for $10) 

    desolatedelight Project: Boulder, CO. "The Bright Presence of Things"
    Adapted by Barbara Dilley. CAST :Barbara Dilley with Sondra Blanchard, Meridith Crosley, Gary Grundei, Katherine Kaufman, Christa Ray, Damaris Webb, Miriam Wolodarski.  www.desolatedelight.blogspot.com.   RATING PG-13 - Parents strongly cautioned: Some material may not be suitable for children under 13.

    Sol Vida Dance Theatre, Denver, CO. "SOL BOUND: stomping spirits * breaking free * catch me beaming "  Created by April Charmaine. 
    CAST: April Charmaine, Becca Jacobson, Wendy Littlepage and special guests.  www.myspace.com/solvida .  PG - Parental Guidance Suggested: Some material may not be suitable for children - Adult language.

    Duke Dance Collective, Albuquerque, NM.  "Proprioception"
    Choreographed by Kirsten Allard, Allie Hankins, Margret West & Co.  www.myspace.com/dukedancecollective . CAST: Kirsten Allard, Allie Hankins, Haley Licha, Jennifer Sullivan, Lara Theragood and Margret West.  PG - Parental Guidance Suggested: Some material may not be suitable for children - Adult language.

    ballerina eight, Boulder, CO. "X"
    Created by angie nina yeowell blue, CAST: angie yeowell .
    RATING: PG-13 - Parents strongly cautioned: Some material may not be suitable for children under 13.

    Fragile Creep, Boulder, CO & Boston, MA.  "At a Distance I Can Say..."
    Created by Jennifer Hicks. CAST: Jennifer Hicks, Mariela Luzimina, Barrett Ogden. rosS Hamlin. Jewl, more fantastic performers TBA.  www.fragilecreep.com . RATING PG-13 - Parents strongly cautioned: Some material may not be suitable for children under 13. 

    Samantha Giron Dance Project, Los Angeles, CA.  "Interrogations"
    Choreographed by Samantha Giron. CAST Dancers: Samantha Giron, Robin Wilson, Amy Danielson. Composer/ Musician: Ken Christianson .  www.samanthagirondanceproject.com . RATING PG-13 - Parents strongly cautioned: Some material may not be suitable for children under 13.

    Zany Angels Dance Theatre Company, Northampton, MA. "Crush, Lust, and Other Decisions"   Created by Zany Angels Dance Theatre Company. CAST: Rose Oceania, Rythea Lee, Patrick Crowley .  www.zanyangels.com .
    RATING PG-13 - Parents strongly cautioned: Some material may not be suitable for children under 13.

    Greenfield & Bon: Purveyors of Fine Dance Theatre, Brooklyn, NY.  "Junk Drawer"
    Created by Sara Greenfield & Jessica Bonenfant.  CAST: Sara Greenfield & Jessica Bonenfant .  www.odonatadanceproject.org/gb . RATING PG-13 - Parents strongly cautioned: Some material may not be suitable for children under 13.

    Jaime Shannon, New York, NY. "...And Dancers"
    Created by...  CAST ;Lisa Kazmer, Laura McComb, Jaime Shannon, Allison Vinal .  www.anddancers.com .   RATING G - General Audiences: All Ages Admitted.

    Waking Circus Productions, Boulder, CO.  "One Fire"
    Created by Nicollee Nazemi. Flames of fire ignited long ago revisit today through the dance...Fire Dancing at its best. CAST: Nicollee Nazemi, Chase Lichtenberg, Zoe Einbinder, Paul Semmaow.  RATING G - General Audiences: All Ages Admitted.

    TICKETS: www.boulderfringe.com !

     

     

     Links to dance information and arts groups.
     
    "America's Irreplaceable Dance Treasures: The First 100" exhibit www.boulderdancebridge.org

    Colorado Dance Alliance     (state-wide dance organization)  www.codance.org

    Boulder County Arts Alliance     (Boulder County Resource)  www.bouldercountyarts.org

    DanceUSA     (National Dance Advocacy and support for professional dance)  www.danceusa.org

    World Dance Reviews     is a web site designed to provide critical reviews of dance performances on a worldwide basis, and is headquartered in Front Range Colorado. www.worlddancereviews.com

    For More Information:

    Dance Bridge Coordinator, Mary Wohl Haan at 303-441-4391 or haanm@boulder.lib.co.us

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